The General Director of Prisons, Adriatik Kupi, has made several changes in the Prison Directorates. This move came after surprise inspections in prison cells, where items such as phones, USB devices, and drinks were found and confiscated. It has been reported that Klodjan Myrto has been appointed director of the Reç prison, while his predecessor, Algert Çekrezi, has resigned. Çekrezi has returned to the State Police. Arjan Bozhaj has been assigned to the “Jordan Misja” priso

Over 10% of the population living in Albania is in very serious difficulty in meeting their daily living needs, according to data from the INSTAT database, revised with the new 2023 population census. According to official data from the Survey on Income and Living Conditions, the percentage of households that declare they manage to make a living with great difficulty has decreased from 18.0% in 2021 to 10.2% in 2024. This statistical improvement did not come from an actual ri

On the 35th anniversary of the founding of the Socialist Party in Korçë, a supporter chose a unique way to celebrate. A2 CNN reports that a young woman tattooed on her arm the names of Prime Minister Edi Rama and southeastern Albania MP Romina Kuko. According to A2 CNN sources, she is known as an activist engaged in the party’s structures in Korçë. It is not the first time she has gotten tattoos of political figures’ names, as she had previously tattooed the name of former MP

Today we lost a friend, a model person, and an extraordinary restorer, Jani Zoica. Jani was a rare man, modest, noble, and with a dedication that is hard to find today. Throughout his life, he devoted himself to the restoration of churches, mosques, and frescoes, carefully preserving our history, faith, and cultural heritage. His premature passing is a great loss for his family, friends, and all those who had the chance to know him and work alongside him. “I don’t know if thi

The Transparency Board has changed fuel prices again. According to the latest announcement, the price of diesel has been reduced by 5 lek and will not exceed 190 lek per liter, while the wholesale price will not exceed 178 lek per liter. The price of petrol has also changed. It will not exceed 179 lek per liter at retail, while the wholesale price will not exceed 167 lek per liter. On May 27, 2026, at its regular meeting, the Transparency Board decided: The retail price of di

Meteorologist Tanja Porja has warned of a week with high temperatures across the country, where the thermometer is expected to reach up to 36 degrees Celsius. She said the weather will be characterized by intense heat, but also isolated showers in some areas of the country. The weekend is expected to be suitable for going to the beach. “Today at midday, temperatures are expected to reach around 34–35°C. However, after midday we will see an increase in cloudiness mainly in the

The Chairman of the Muslim Community of Albania (Komuniteti Mysliman i Shqipërisë), H. Bujar Spahiu, extends his greetings to all Albanians on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, conveying messages of peace, kindness, solidarity, and harmony. He emphasizes that this holiday reminds us of the values of sacrifice, devotion to God, and care for one another, especially for families, the elderly, and people in need. He also calls for greater understanding, wishing that this holiday bring

New details have emerged regarding last night’s operation in Sarandë against illegal constructions carried out under the order of the Prosecution where 12 security measures were issued, 4 for police officers, 4 for officials of the Territorial Protection Inspectorate in Sarandë and 4 for businessmen. The Police Oversight Agency announced that besides Kristofor Shkrepa, Kastriot Sotka was also arrested, both placed under the measure “arrest in prison” while Blerim Tafçiu was p

The waiting times at the border crossing point at Qafë Thanë are not only forming kilometer-long queues but are also causing hours of delays for people entering and leaving Albania. The Mayor of Pogradec, Ilir Xhakolli, stated that this has been a long-standing issue and that he has requested that institutions find an appropriate solution to eliminate border queues and the stress and fatigue they cause. “What I am asking the police, especially regarding the difficulties at Qa

After the 1990s, the culture of bribery in Albania became a common phenomenon. The perception was that if you did not pay, nothing could get done in public administration, you would not receive services in hospitals, or in other institutions. Although many services have gone online in recent years, the latest data from Eurostat showed that the criminal offenses registered for bribery in Albania in 2024 remain high relative to the population. According to Eurostat, in 2024 the

Farmers in the villages of Devoll are going through one of the most difficult seasons in recent years after severe damage caused by early May frosts in the region’s orchards. Low temperatures have heavily affected fruit production, almost completely destroying apple, cherry, and plum yields. According to farmers, in some areas losses have reached 95–100%, leaving hundreds of families who depend mainly on agriculture without income. Residents report that newly formed fruits ha

Humanity’s fascination with the apocalypse has been with us for millennia, manifesting cyclically through religious prophecies, astrological interpretations, or collective psychosis. In recent decades, we have witnessed several catastrophic deadlines that, of course, never materialized: many will remember the Millennium Bug on the eve of the year 2000, which threatened a global technological collapse capable of bringing down civilization, or the recurring theories about the m

Veterinary authorities have raised the alarm in the southeastern part of the country following suspicions of a new outbreak of Peste des Petits Ruminants in the area of Ersekë. Preliminary sources indicate that the suspicions emerged after several livestock animals showed concerning symptoms, prompting veterinary services to intervene immediately to verify the situation. Biological samples have been sent for laboratory analysis, while authorities are awaiting official confirm

Has passed away today, May 23, the well-known Albanian actor of cinematography, Birçe Hasko, one of the most beloved and respected figures of Albanian stage and screen. The sad news was announced by actor Mevlan Shanaj. “Birçe Hasko has gone. The actor who left behind a respected name, a great name in Albanian cinematography. The Labi Birçe Hasko is gone. The man who gave concreteness to the craft of acting is gone. The one who had humor and strictness as part of his charac

There are some losses that you feel even when they are not close to you. The loss of Geni was one of those that makes you hold your breath, become deeply sad, and raise the big questions about life, reason and meaning, the order of things, time, and humanity. In those moments, there is something almost divine that settles among us and makes us think more about goodness and what we share together, in the face of death that we always forget is so close. For those brief moments,

Air masses originating from North Africa, which are being fed with moisture from the Mediterranean Sea, have brought relatively unstable atmospheric conditions over the territory of Albania. Meteorologist Elida Maloçali, in a live connection for the news edition on Top Channel, explained what the weather will be like in the coming week as well. According to meteorological forecasts, during the weekend the country will experience changeable weather, alternating between clear s

Three inspections were carried out in penitentiary institutions in Shkodër, Durrës and Peqin, where several prohibited items were found and seized. According to statements from the General Directorate of Prisons, the inspections were conducted by Security Groups inside the institutions as part of measures to prevent the entry and possession of unauthorized items. At the prison institution in Shkodër, inspections were carried out in inmates’ rooms and shared areas. During a ph

The most persistent components of inflation recorded a significant increase in April. According to information from the Bank of Albania, core inflation, net core inflation, and inflation excluding food and energy goods all rose simultaneously, indicating that pressures driving price increases remain high, beyond the short-term effect of rising fuel prices. Figures from the central bank show that annual core inflation increased to 2.92%, up from 2.72% a month earlier. Core inf

A serious piece of news has shaken Korçë this Thursday afternoon, as well-known Korçë businessman Geni Braholli has suddenly passed away due to a cardiac arrest. The sad news quickly spread across the city through heartfelt reactions from family members, friends, and people who knew him closely, expressing deep sorrow over his untimely loss. According to preliminary information, Braholli is suspected to have suffered a cardiac arrest during sleep, which caused an immediate st

The Transparency Board has changed fuel prices in the country again. Diesel will be sold at 197 ALL per liter, 5 lek less than before, while gasoline will be 186 ALL per liter, 2 lek less. The prices set by the Board will enter into force today, 21.05.2026, at 13:00 and will remain valid until the next board meeting, when any changes in retail prices will be reflected. “The Transparency Board, in its meeting on 21 May 2026, decided: The retail price of diesel (standard SSH EN